The Best Line-work Tattoo Artists

4.9· 113 reviews · 227 line-work artists

Line-work tattoos have a look all their own, and the artists who specialize in the style are the ones who do it justice. Browse real line-work tattoos, compare portfolios and pricing, and book the line-work artist whose work you love.

Our favorite line-work tattoo artists

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Carmela_Bella
Hayes, VA
★ 5.0 · 18From $200
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Bakerboyink
Bakerboyink
Virginia Beach, VA
★ 5.0 · 11From $150
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Moe_Tatts
Hyattsville, MD
★ 5.0 · 9From $150
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Ariesinkedme
Baltimore, MD
★ 5.0 · 8From $40
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Mo_Money_Tatts
Harvest, AL
★ 5.0 · 7From $65
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RZ_ink
RZ_ink
Warren, MI
★ 4.4 · 7From $150
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dna_arts
dna_arts
Indianapolis, IN
★ 5.0 · 3From $100
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Ink_Mob_Studios
Hoover, AL
★ 5.0 · 2From $100
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Inked_By_Tk
Jacksonville, FL
★ 5.0 · 6From $40
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William_Samaras
William_Samaras
Visalia, CA
★ 5.0 · 3From $25
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SkaijRose
SkaijRose
Inglewood, CA
★ 5.0 · 1From $300
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Artbydabee
Clinton, MD
★ 4.9 · 14From $750
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inkedbyshyllc
Mayfield Heights, OH
★ 5.0 · 6From $25
MaleekInkz work 1
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MaleekInkz
MaleekInkz
Cincinnati, OH
★ 4.7 · 6From $25
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InkByWayne
InkByWayne
Lexington Park, MD
★ 5.0 · 3From $100
NANDO_INKS work 1
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NANDO_INKS
Endicott, NY
★ 5.0 · 2From $75
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InkByArtie
InkByArtie
Baltimore, MD
★ 5.0 · 2From $60
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g4.inkz
Philadelphia, PA
★ 5.0 · 2From $40
The_Alley_Tattoo_Studio work 1
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The_Alley_Tattoo_Studio
Kilmarnock, VA
★ 5.0 · 2From $150
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Mai__theinkbewithyou
Baltimore, MD
★ 5.0 · 1From $50

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line-work tattoos

Real line-work work from bookable artists. Tap a piece to see the artist.

Black & Grey, Illustrative, Line-work, Neo-Traditional tattoo by 2nd_Circle_Tattoo_Co Lagrange, GA
2nd_Circle_Tattoo_Co2nd_Circle_Tattoo_CoLagrange, GA
Line-work, Black & Grey, Illustrative tattoo by AmenInkLLC Memphis, TN
AmenInkLLCAmenInkLLCMemphis, TN
Fine Line, Line-work, Minimalist tattoo by Jr Crestwood, IL
JrJrCrestwood, IL
Black & Grey, Illustrative, Line-work tattoo by Pixy_Kobair Temple Hills, MD
Pixy_KobairPixy_KobairTemple Hills, MD
Floral, Line-work, Fine Line, Illustrative tattoo by Tats_By_Z Gillis, LA
Tats_By_ZTats_By_ZGillis, LA
Fine Line, Minimalist, Line-work, Black-work tattoo by TattzByWolf Lexington, KY
TattzByWolfTattzByWolfLexington, KY
Fine Line, Minimalist, Lettering, Script, Line-work tattoo by Bizzarreink
BizzarreinkBizzarreink
Pop Culture, Cartoon, Line-work, Black & Grey, Illustrative tattoo by Sweeettendenciestatts Moreno Valley, CA
SweeettendenciestattsSweeettendenciestattsMoreno Valley, CA
Fine Line, Script, Lettering, Minimalist, Line-work, Black-work tattoo by TattedbyJayden Newington, GA
TattedbyJaydenTattedbyJaydenNewington, GA
Lettering, Script, Black-work, Illustrative, Fine Line, Line-work tattoo by Edwaun_Randall Birmingham, AL
Edwaun_RandallEdwaun_RandallBirmingham, AL
Fine Line, Floral, Lettering, Line-work tattoo by n3xtlvltatt Temple Hills, MD
n3xtlvltattn3xtlvltattTemple Hills, MD
Floral, Lettering, Line-work, Color tattoo by 4oeMag_Tattoos Fairmont, NC
4oeMag_Tattoos4oeMag_TattoosFairmont, NC
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Reviews

Recent tattoo reviews

5.0

Michael did a great job!!! I am obsessed with how straight his lines are lol he was very personable and went above and beyond to make sure you’re comfortable even to letting you pick the music playing. Will definitely be back for more work

Clarissa Thomas
Tattooed by Ariesinkedme · Oct 14, 2026
5.0

Great experience. He communicated well the whole time, answered any questions I had, and made sure everything was what I wanted. He was professional, easy to work with, and did a great job. Definitely recommend him.

Maddox Wertz
Tattooed by dna_arts · Sep 30, 2026
5.0

Placed my piercing perfectly and was done quickly and not too painful! Will be back for another piercing soon

Aaliyah Cortez
Tattooed by William_Samaras · Aug 28, 2026
5.0

Mike did a piece after my son was born and it is my absolute favorite tattoo on my body. It definitely has a special place in my heart and on my body! Mike killed it with a gentle touch!! I love showing it off and have gotten so many compliments. He even does touch ups when the color starts to fade. He makes me feel validated when I come to him with any concerns. Can’t wait for my next piece!!! 10/10 would absolutely recommend to anyone

Jaclyn Gonzalez
Tattooed by Ariesinkedme · Aug 24, 2026
5.0

For starters , I came in with such a scary attitude because I was nervous for such a big piece. He kept me calm and made sure I stayed calm which is always very appreciated! We also spent over an hour deciding on placement because I was just so indecisive lol he was extremely patient and didn't have a problem with it at all! Took as many breaks as wanted and made sure that everything was okay in the end. Very calm and patient man and will definitely be coming here again. Also stated that touch ups were free which is also always amazing! Again thank you!

lena james
Tattooed by MaleekInkz · Jul 27, 2026
5.0

Gary does great work. I keep coming back for more.

Sonia Mouris
Tattooed by The_Alley_Tattoo_Studio · Oct 19, 2026
5.0

Carmela is amazing! Beautiful work and an amazing shop experience! Definitely a great choice for your next piece of art!

Matt Morgan
Tattooed by Carmela_Bella · Sep 19, 2026
5.0

Best in the 757!! he has been doing my tattoos since 2021!!

Celina Thompson
Tattooed by Bakerboyink · Jul 18, 2026
5.0

Absolutely enjoy this guy here ! Good time everytime. Thank you ♥️

Shiana Thompson
Tattooed by Bakerboyink · Jul 11, 2026
5.0

Super professional and nice! He made sure to check in on how i was doing throughout and it looks great!

Kolby Strong
Tattooed by Bakerboyink · Jun 17, 2026

FAQ

Line-work tattoos, answered

How much does a line-work tattoo cost?

Artists in this category list services ranging from about $25 to $3000, with the final price depending on size, detail, placement, and the artist's experience level.

How do I find the best line-work tattoo artist for me?

Browse the 227 line-work artists on TattMe, compare portfolios, and read client reviews. Look specifically for artists whose existing work matches the size, color palette, and level of detail you want — a great realism artist isn't automatically a great traditional artist, even within the same studio.

Where on the body does line-work work best?

Line-work can work almost anywhere, but the right placement depends on the design's complexity. Highly detailed pieces need enough surface area to read clearly — back, thigh, and full sleeves typically work best for intricate work, while simpler designs translate well to forearm, calf, or rib placements. Ask your artist for placement advice before you commit.

Does line-work age well over time?

Line-work ages best when the underlying technique is sound — clean lines, appropriate ink density, and placement away from high-friction or sun-exposed areas all matter more than the style itself. TattMe artists publish their portfolios with healed work where available, so you can see how their pieces look months or years out.

Where can I find line-work tattoo artists near me?

TattMe lists line-work artists across multiple cities — top markets right now include Baltimore, Maryland, Cincinnati, Ohio, Virginia Beach, Virginia. Use the city filter on individual style pages, or browse the full directory by city to see what's available in your area.